How long do planning decisions take near Marston (ST18)?

The average planning decision time near Marston (ST18) is 313 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Marston (ST18)?

The planning approval rate near Marston (ST18) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Marston (ST18)?

The most common type of planning application near Marston (ST18) is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Marston (ST18)?

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Marston (ST18), Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Marston (ST18), Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Marston (ST18) are administered by East Staffordshire Borough Council. View the full East Staffordshire Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

Population: 123 (2021)

District: Stafford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £289,019 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Stafford
Parliamentary constituency: Stafford
LSOA: Stafford 012E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Marston (ST18).

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Marston (ST18) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Marston (ST18).

- Holmlea Marston Lane Marston Stafford Staffordshire ST18 9SY
Single storey rear extension - total length beyond rear wall of the original dwelling 6.6m, maximum height 4.0m and eaves height 2.7m
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2026-03-20
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A brief summary of Marston (ST18) in Staffordshire

Marston (ST18) is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 123 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stafford district.

Property prices in Marston (ST18) show an average sale price of £289,019, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Marston (ST18) a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Marston (ST18) planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

Planning Activity in Marston (ST18)

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Marston (ST18). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 313 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Marston (ST18) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 313 days, decisions near Marston (ST18) take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 11-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Marston (ST18) were outline applications (3), full planning applications (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development was submitted.

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